Traffic Engineering

The Traffic Engineering Section of the Public Works Department facilitates the safe and efficient movement of traffic within the city by applying state-of-the-art traffic and transportation engineering technology and methods.

We strive to optimize the traffic flow on arterial streets; enhance roadway, neighborhood and school zone safety; and improve traffic management citywide.

Through the implementation and maintenance of traffic tools and measures, we are able to improve roadway conditions, maximize intersection operation, heighten driver awareness, and increase public safety. Click here for information about our speed control program.

Current Projects

The City of Elk Grove has completed the Old Town Elk Grove Parking Demand Study that looks at the parking use and needs of the Old Town area. Currently the Public Works Department is conducting additional outreach with the business and property owners in Old Town.

Speed Limits

Cities and Counties in California are required to follow the California Vehicle Code (CVC), primarily Sections 22357 and 22358, to establish speed limits within their jurisdictions. The law requires speed limits to be set by ordinance on the basis of an engineering and traffic survey. Following the CVC requirements allows local law enforcement to use radar equipment to enforce the speed limit. For additional information regarding establishing new speed limits in the City please refer to the About Speed Limits brochure.

Below is a Speed Zone Map showing the established speed limits throughout the city. Residential speed limits are not shown.

Traffic Management Center

Staff at the Traffic Management Center monitors live video of major intersections and roadways.

Intersections

Roundabouts and Traffic Circles

Roundabouts and traffic circles are becoming a fixture in our community. Many people know what they are, but may not know how to use them. Below are web links to informational videos from other jurisdictions that will help you understand safe movement while using a roundabout.

Should you have any questions, please contact the Engineering Services Division, Traffic Section at 916-478-2256.

Traffic Signal Maintenance

Operations and Maintenance is responsible for traffic signal maintenance at city intersections. To report signal problems please contact (916) 687-3005.

Crosswalk Display

New City standards call for pedestrian countdown displays which have been installed at over 100 intersections, increasing pedestrian safety and understanding.

Neighborhood Traffic Management

The City of Elk Grove wants to ensure our streets and neighborhoods are safe and has adopted a speed control program to allow residents to work with city staff to address speeding in your neighborhood. There are many traffic calming tools to select from that help reduce speeds on neighborhood streets. City staff reviews those tools and helps neighbors select the appropriate calming technique. Read more on the City’s Speed Control Program

Bike Program

The City of Elk Grove’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan was adopted on July, 2004. The master plan provides a blue print for bicycle transportation and recreation in the City of Elk Grove and seeks to enhance and expand the existing bikeway network, connect gaps, address constrained areas and improve intersections, provide for local and regional connectivity, and encourage even more residents to bicycle. Read more on the Elk Grove Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Master Plan.